In Malaysia’s Budget 2024, the Health Ministry received an increase of RM 4.89 billion. Through this, it is clear that the nation is making moves to improve not only the state of the country’s healthcare, but also how accessible these critical services are to all Malaysians. In line with this aim, dynamic healthtech startup Mediverse is taking advantage of the ever-evolving healthcare landscape and harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve patient care and accessibility.
Mediverse's primary vision is to create an inclusive healthcare ecosystem that ensures accessibility for all. For the medical industry, technology has become a critical enabler, and Mediverse intends to provide tools that reduce the burden on overworked healthcare systems, improve patient outcomes, and enhance the overall healthcare experience.
At the heart of Mediverse's offerings is their flagship product, the Mediverse AI Symptom Checker. The AI Symptom Checker provides comprehensive health education to help individuals understand their conditions better. The idea here is that the tool will assist individuals in assessing their symptoms, gaining insights into potential health conditions, and receiving actionable triage advice. What sets it apart is not just its accuracy, but its user-friendliness, making it accessible to a diverse range of users.
“Our AI Symptom Checker is more than just a diagnostic tool; it's a digital companion on your healthcare journey,” says Dr Jason Lim, Founder of Mediverse. “It's available 24/7, ready to provide you with guidance when you need it most. We've designed it with simplicity in mind, ensuring that it is user-friendly, regardless of their technical expertise, so that all patients can use it with ease.”
Users also receive actionable triage advice to determine the urgency of their symptoms, helping them make informed decisions about seeking medical care. While the AI Symptom Checker is powered by cutting-edge machine learning models that parse through verified medical knowledge databases, to ensure the highest level of accuracy, all of Mediverse’s tools also undergo rigorous clinical validation. This, in conjunction with Mediverse’s partnership with continuous reviews and updates by healthcare experts, creates a reliable system that is up-to-date with the latest medical knowledge and trends.
The AI Symptom Checker is a natural progression for Mediverse; the company was born out of a common goal shared by Dr. Jason Lim, Dr. Kien How, and Louis Muk — two medical doctors and an experienced programmer — to use technology to make healthcare accessible to all. This was especially pertinent as their collective journey started in Kapit, Sabah, where they observed the pressing need for accessible healthcare solutions that could reach individuals in both rural and urban areas.
The founders' medical and programming backgrounds gave them a unique perspective on the challenges that patients and healthcare professionals face daily. Their combined expertise in healthcare delivery, patient care, and technology laid the foundation for a startup that would bridge the existing healthcare gaps. This, consequently, opened their eyes to the world of AI and its transformative potential in healthcare. As a result, Mediverse's solutions have evolved to empower both patients and healthcare professionals, offering a tool that supports better healthcare delivery.
Looking Ahead: Mediverse's Ongoing Journey With MRANTI GAP
However, the journey is far from over. Mediverse’s roadmap includes expanding their reach, developing new healthcare solutions, and continuing to provide innovative tools that make a difference. In this sense, the MRANTI Global Accelerator Programme played a pivotal role in their journey to revolutionise healthcare accessibility through the Mediverse platform.
This program not only offered them the opportunity to expand their horizons but also gave them access to invaluable resources and mentorship. In addition, MRANTI's extensive network connected them with experts in healthcare technology, business development, and commercialization, who shared their insights and experiences. In fact, one of the program's most significant contributions was fostering strategic partnerships.
The MRANTI GAP was an extraordinary catalyst for their growth, providing the team with the skills, resources, and connections they needed to progress from zero. At the end of the day, Mediverse's growth journey has been marked by innovation, resilience, and a relentless commitment to its vision. It all began with two doctors who dared to dream differently, and today, it's a dynamic team of programmers, healthcare professionals, and visionaries working together for the greater good.
For more information on Mediverse, and to check out the AI Symptom Checker, visit https://mediverse.my/.
This article is provided by Elliot & Co.
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